Study Guide

Objective

Students will understand the structure and the function of the human body and how it works and can use this knowledge in client-oriented sports instruction and coaching work to promote health and performance rate as well as to reinforce exercise behaviour.

Content

Locomotor system
Cells, tissues and organs
Breathing and circulation
The nervous system and the senses
Muscle work
Digestion
Fluid balance and urine excretion
Metabolism
Immune system

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The students have a detailed understanding of the main themes. They are aware of the effect of regulatory systems on bodily functions and are able to perform basic measurements of main body functions and analyse and interpret the results to explain body conditions.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The students have a detailed understanding of the main themes. They are aware of the role of the regulatory systems of the body and are able to perform basic measurements of main body functions but their analyses and interpretation of the results require more practice.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is aware of the main themes in general. The structure of the locomotor and cardiovascular systems are known but they lack an understanding of how these systems work with other organ systems. The student is able to perform basic measurements of main body functions but there are shortcomings in analyses and their interpretation is not very accurate.

Objective

Student gets familiar with the concept of Exergaming and physically active games. The course provides fundamental understanding of the phenomenon and gives also deeper overview to the gaming field. Integration to physical activity ( Health enhancing), physiological outcomes and game entertainment will also be part of the learning process.

Content

Definition of exergaming
Theoretical background of exergaming
Game analysis, EERS scale

Materials

Materials available in Moodle.

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Knowledge:
Demonstrates ability to use and apply the concepts and theoretical framework of exergaming

Skills:
Demonstrates ability to critically analyze, compare, combine and select information and present alternative practices using the acquired knowledge; demonstrate ability to work independently, responsibly, with initiative and flexibly in all learning and operational environments; demonstrate creative but realistic and pragmatic approach to problem solving

Attitudes:
Work smoothly and professionally as a team to achieve common goals of the group by applying critical professional ethical principles; contributes excellent team work and output

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Knowledge:
Demonstrate ability to systematically use the concepts of exergaming with ability to name, describe and give reasons for basic knowledge of the theories and concepts of exergaming

Skills:
Demonstrates ability to select appropriate practices based on acquired knowledge and instructions and ability to work independently and responsibly completing different tasks in all learning and operational environments; demonstrates ability to apply techniques and concepts learned under minimal guidance in a reasonable manner to problem solving

Attitudes:
Works smoothly and professionally as a team to achieve common goals of the group according to ethical principles; demonstrates good team work and output

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Knowledge:
Ability to identify the main/individual concepts of exergaming and applies basic analysis using the concepts and theories of exergaming; ability to name and describe the concept.

Skills:
Demonstrates ability to work in an appropriate manner with more guidance and supervision, though some uncertainty may be evident in the work; shows basic ability to use the techniques and models of the professional field in basic application

Attitudes:
Demonstrates professional conduct in communication, updates, interactions within the team and with supervisor according to professional ethical principles; team work with peers is largely satisfactory

Objective

Students will be proficient in the basics of English for business and working life using spoken and written English.

Content

Communication in working life and customer service
Education and study
Applying for work
Business Communication
Company presentation

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The students are able to explain in their own words and fluently compensate for any lack of vocabulary as well as being able to use business and working life terminology accurately. They are able to communicate in demanding situations.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The students are able to express themselves in a different way if necessary and use business and working life terminology somewhat accurately. The students are able to communicate clearly in key situations.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The students are able to use basic business and working life vocabulary so that their message is communicated. They are able to communicate understandably in simple routine situations.

To be awarded a grade 1, all assessed assignments must be completed and approved and any possible exam result must be at least 50%.

Prerequisites

B2, Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

Objective

Students will understand the basics of working remotely, both for individuals and companies. The student will be able to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in remote work in a professional manner to their studies and working life.

Content

In this course, students will learn about the concept of remote working, working from anywhere, anytime. It will give an insight into the challenges and opportunities of working remotely and its specific characteristics. Student gains an understanding of the importance of well-being at work when working remotely.

The course includes texts, videos, audios and related assignments.
The independent/online course will be completed with an essay/exam.

Location and time

Verkko-opintojakso on saatavilla avoimen opintotarjottimen kautta opiskeleville 1.3.2025 - 1.6.2025.
Verkko-opintojakso on saatavilla Kajaanin ammattikorkeakoulun tutkinto-opiskelijoille 1.8.2025 - 30.11.2025.

Materials

Kurssi sisältää tekstejä, videoita, audioita sekä niihin liittyviä tehtäviä.

Teaching methods

Tämä on täysin itsenäisesti kokonaan verkossa suoritettava verkko-opintojakso. Laajuus 1 op, ja vaatii sinulta noin 27 tuntia työtä.
Verkkokurssi on rakennettu niin, että pääset osio kerrallaan eteenpäin. Eli lue aluksi materiaalit ja sitten tee harjoitus ja / sekä tehtävät. Sitten pääset seuraavaan osioon.

Employer connections

Opiskelija ymmärtää etätyön perusasiat niin yksilön kuin yrityksen kannalta. Opiskelija pystyy soveltamaan etätyöstä saamiaan tietoja ja taitoja ammattimaisella otteella opinnoissaan sekä työelämässä.

Exam schedules

Verkkotentti verkko-opintojakson lopuksi, kolme suorituskertaa.

Student workload

1 op vastaa noin 27 tuntia opiskelijan työtä.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Verkkotentin maksimipisteet 50 pistettä, hyväksymisraja 35 pistettä.

Further information

Verkko-opintojakso on saatavilla avoimen opintotarjottimen kautta opiskeleville 1.3.2025 - 1.6.2025.
Verkko-opintojakso on saatavilla Kajaanin ammattikorkeakoulun tutkinto-opiskelijoille 1.8.2025 - 30.11.2025.

Evaluation scale

Hylätty/Hyväksytty

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The evaluation is based on completion of the assignments and the exam.

Assessment methods and criteria

Opintojakson arviointi perustuu verkkokurssin tehtävien läpäisyyn hyväksytysti sekä opintojakson päättävään verkkotenttiin. Arviointi: hyväksytty / hylätty.

Further information

The student will receive the registration instructions by email.

Objective

Students will be able to work as a specialist in the health promoting impacts of exercise. They will be able assess exercise capability and compile personalised exercise instructions for people in different states of health. Students will have the knowledge of doing exercise councelling in a client-oriented way.

Content

The benefits of exercise in disease prevention and care
Assessing exercise capability
Exercise in different states of health

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

To be announced

Objective

Students will be prepared for action in situations requiring first aid. They will be conversant with the basic principles of prevention and aid with the ability to work in cooperation with other first aiders and helpers.

Content

FA1 course and safety

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

To be announced.

Objective

Students will be able to recognise central learning concepts and methods. They will be able to plan, implement, and assess teaching and instruction situations. They can explain how the theoretical base of health promotion has developed, being able to define the central concepts of health promotion. They will recognise the main content areas of health promotion, being able to analyse the main factors that pose a threat to the health and well-being of different age groups. They can describe the principle foundations of healthy exercise, recognising the significance of a way of life involving plenty of exercise to health and well-being.

Content

Learning concepts and methods
Learning and instruction
Theory of health and well-being
Principles of health promoting exercise

Materials

Materials in Moodle

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students select the instruction method to be used for an instruction and teaching session with expertise. They are able to plan, implement and assess how the objectives of a group exercise instruction and classroom teaching session are achieved. The students work proactively in a professional and goal-oriented manner in teaching and instruction situations. Students are able to critically evaluate and analyse the importance of an exercise-based way of life. Students are able to interpret and apply the key concepts and content of health and welfare, as well as the impact mechanisms, recommendations and amounts of health promoting exercise. Students are able to analyse fitness measurements. They work well in groups promoting and developing the group's activities.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The students can name, describe and justify learning concepts and
teaching methods. They select apt procedures for instructing groups and for the classroom teaching session and can assess their implementation. The students work independently and responsibly in learning and instruction situations. They are able to justify and evaluate the exercise based way of life. The students can name, describe and justify the key concepts and content of health and welfare, as well as the impact mechanisms and recommendations of health promoting exercise and forms of exercise and sports. Students can carry out and justify
health fitness measurements. They can work as a team to achieve the group’s objectives.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The students are able to name and describe learning concepts and teaching methods. They are able to design and implement a group exercise instruction as well as a classroom teaching session. They work in an appropriate manner in learning and instruction situations recognising the importance of an exercise-based way of life. The students are able to name and describe the key concepts and content of health and welfare, as well as the impacts, recommendations and amounts of health promoting exercise and different forms of health-promoting exercise. The students are able to conduct fitness measurements and can work as a member a group.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

To be announced

Further information

Get familiar with Progression plan of the course, which is introduced in the first lecture.

Objective

You can communicate, both in speaking and writing, in Swedish in different professional situations and use Swedish to develop your professional competence.

Content

Key professional vocabulary, spoken and written communication

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

You speak and write Swedish versatilely in demanding professional communication situations.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

You speak and write Swedish well in professional communication situations.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

You speak and write Swedish understandably in routine professional communication situations.

Prerequisites

Level B1 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages